8 HLN - HOME LIVING: NORTH, Tuesday, October 4, 2011
HOMELIVING
Make statement
with latest trend
in rust effects
A rust-effect garden wall.
An outstanding rust-effect feature wall.
DIY SPRING PROJECT
How to create a rust-effect
feature wall -- perfect for inside
or outside as a highlight
garden wall
Bring out the warmth of the
season with something rustic.
Make a statement with the latest
trend that provides a gorgeous
and original rust effect -- perfect
for feature walls inside and
outside.
The rust effect complements
neutral shades of cream, white,
nudes, beiges and mushroom
tones and picks out the darker
timbres of wooden flooring,
panelling and furniture.
Here's an easy guide to
achieve the ultimate wow
factor.
Things you need:
Rust base paint; rust solution;
drop sheet; Paint stirrer; variety
of wide (100ml) synthetic brushes
and a roller; clean containers
and a roller tray; Scotch Blue
Painters tape; spray bottle filled
with water; overalls, safety
goggles and impervious gloves
(for applying rust solution);
water-based clear coat; spare
piece of board for practising
application technique.
Step 1: Shake well and pour rust
base paint into a clean, dry
container. Mask off anything
that could get painted over on
your chosen feature wall and
begin cutting in.
Apply two coats with a wide
brush and a random brush-
stroke action. Allow a minimum
of 12 hours dry time between
coats.
Step 2: It is important to wear
overalls, impervious gloves, and
chemical safety gloves. Make
sure the area is well ventilated.
Once rust base paint is
completely dry, apply two coats
of rust solution with a wide brush
and random brush-strokes. Allow
a minimum of eight hours dry
time between coats.
Start brushing both coats of rust
solution in the middle of your wall
and work out towards the
edges. Make sure to brush right
up to the tape in your masked
off area. Do not cut in or you will
end up with a picture frame
effect. Don't be afraid to load
up your brush and be generous
with your application. Do not
overspread the solution.
For a better effect, go back over
areas you have already painted
while the paint is still wet.
Try moderating your pressure on
the brush as you go for a more
random finish.
Step 3: Clear coat (optional)
Finish with a suitable water-
based clear coat.
Details: www.dulux.com.au
HANDY TIPS:
Practise your application technique on a spare
piece of board.
Work in an area of about one square metre at a
time, making sure to cover the entire surface
before moving on.
Make sure only one person does the painting for
consistent effect.
Paint entire wall in one sitting.
Resist the temptation to touch up as you go, as
this will ruin the effect
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